Criminal Attorney

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About the Position

Are you passionate about helping others? Are you someone who we can count on to advocate professionally, aggressively, and ethically on behalf of indigent clients charged with criminal offenses in Maricopa County?

If so, look no further as the Maricopa County Office of the Legal Defender is looking for two candidates to represent indigent clients when appointed by the court, prepare cases for defense, and present cases in all phases of court proceedings.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies in the Early Disposition Court and non-capital adult trial groups.

About Us

The Office of the Legal Defender consists of attorneys and support staff helping to provide quality legal representation to indigent individuals assigned to us by the court, thus safeguarding the fundamental legal rights of each member of the community.

If you would like to seek just and equitable treatment for our clients, apply today and join our team!

Proud to Offer

• Perform work with a greater purpose

• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

• Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System

• Paid vacation, sick, and parental (birth/adoption) leaves

• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts

• Employee discounts for goods and services

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We Require

• Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association (ABA) approved law school

• Admission to, and good standing with the Arizona State Bar, upon hire

We Also Value

• One or more years as a practicing attorney in the area of criminal law

• Experience with adult criminal matters

Job Contributions

• Represent clients at scheduled hearings and trials

• Present oral arguments in support of clients' legal interests

• Research facts and analyze legal issues using both computerized and printed legal research tools

• Compose motions, briefs, correspondence, and other legal documents

• Interview witnesses, visit crime scenes, and review evidence

• Discuss and present analyses of legal issues to clients, court personnel, and related individuals

• Travel to courts, jails, detention centers, and correctional facilities to effectively represent clients

• Provide leadership for professionals, including other attorneys, mitigation specialists, investigators, and paralegals

Working Conditions

• Exposure to traumatic subject matter including crime scenes and accidents

• Ability to lift, carry, or push up to 35 pounds for up to 300 feet

Selection Procedure

• Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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